Kiron’s Journey, 2022

Brief description: Kiron is born in a robin’s nest, but right away he knows he’s not a robin. On a quest to meet another of his kind, he goes on a journey, and learns he is a phoenix, a mythical bird. Will he find any others like him?

Features and benefits:

1. The book promotes curiosity about birds, both real and imaginary
2. Positive themes of self-acceptance, friendship, and finding one’s voice are emphasized
3. By purchasing the book, the buyer supports children learning to read and Canadian authors

Book details:

Publisher: Jade Dragon Press, Ottawa, 2022

Language: English

Format: Hardback, 54 pages, illustrated

ISBN: 978-1-988657-30-1

Dimensions: 14.7cm x 22.4cm

Price: $18.99 plus shipping ($5.00 within Canada, $11.00 to the U.S.)

• Contact the author to purchase directly: KelleyraabATicloudDOTcom
• Also available locally at Books on Beechwood, 35 Beechwood Avenue

The Girl with the Green Hair and the Dragon with the Secret Name, 2021

Brief description: Dena hates being different from other girls, and she wishes she didn’t have green hair. She thinks she’s never going to have an adventure and, on top of that, a mean boy is bothering her at school. Can rescuing an old woman’s dragon change all that?

Features and benefits:

1. A child who is different from other children learns to accept that difference
2. The book promotes positive messages about assertiveness and helping others
3. By purchasing the book, the buyer supports children learning to read and Canadian authors

Book details:

Publisher: Jade Dragon Press, Ottawa, 2021

Language: English

Format: Paperback, 34 pages, illustrated

ISBN: 978-1-988657-27-1

Dimensions: 20.3cm x 25.4cm

Price: $11.99 plus shipping ($5.00 within Canada, $11.00 to the U.S.)

• Contact the author to purchase directly: KelleyraabATicloudDOTcom
• Also available locally at Books on Beechwood, 35 Beechwood Avenue